SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners have scheduled a special work session in July to discuss a countywide rental license program.On Tuesday, county staff presented the commissioners with four potential legislative bills related to rental licensing. Rather than discuss them this week, the commissioners opted to schedule a work session for July 9 to… Read more »
Yearly Archives: 2019
Rocket Launched From Wallops, Solar Farm In Works
WALLOPS — A week after breaking ground on a significant solar energy project, another successful rocket launch from the Wallops Island Flight Facility early Thursday morning provided further evidence of NASA’s long-term commitment to the facility just south of Ocean City and Assateague.A Terrier-Improved Orion sounding rocket carrying student experiments was successfully launched around 5:30… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? June 21, 2019
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A change of season reinvigorates the Lamb, helping to overcome the effects of a recent slower-paced period. This is a good time to restate your feelings for that certain someone.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): You might not like using your authority to correct a workplace situation, but that’s… Read more »
Worcester Preparatory School Holds Annual Academic Convocation Ceremony
The Annual Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) Academic Convocation ceremony was held on May 22, where awards were given for academic achievement in all subject areas, in addition to perfect attendance and service to the school. The evening’s most prestigious Academic Convocation award honors were bestowed to the four students pictured. Best All-Round student awards are… Read more »
Company Opens New Showroom To Meet Shore Demand
FRANKFORD – After years of service on the Eastern Shore, a Mount Airy company specializing in custom countertops has opened a new showroom in Sussex County.Located off of Route 113 in Frankford, Del., Creative In Counters offers a wide selection of custom countertops for homes and businesses.For nearly 35 years, the family-owned business has operated… Read more »
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann – June 21, 2019
Ocean City’s Easter parade and sunrise service began in 1947. Centered on the bandstand at Somerset Street, it become an annual tradition for over 25 years.Many locals recall getting dressed up and parading down the Boardwalk in hope of winning a prize for their Easter outfits. Others remember the Lions Club sponsoring an Easter egg… Read more »
Berlin Mayor Defends Personnel Change Amid Questions
BERLIN – A personnel change that surprised some town officials prompted discussion at last week’s meeting of the Berlin Town Council.At the close of June 10’s meeting, Councilman Dean Burrell brought attention to Jeff Fleetwood, the town’s managing director, was now listed as managing director and public works director.“Is that something we should approve?” Burrell… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – June 21, 2019
The laws of supply and demand were on full display during last weekend’s OC Air Show. Though difficult to prove historically, I would argue last Saturday featured some of the biggest crowds I have ever seen in Ocean City. The beach was packed from the ocean to the seawall along the Boardwalk as far as… Read more »
Ban On Year-Round Campground Occupancy Questioned; Proposed Amendment Would Permit Full-Time Occupancy For Some
BERLIN – Permanent residents of White Horse Park are fighting the county’s plans to enforce the campground regulations that currently govern the community.A group made up of full-time residents of White Horse Park is seeking approval of a text amendment that would allow 25% of the park to be inhabited year-round by residents over the… Read more »
Cops And Courts – June 21, 2019
Officers Assaulted Reuniting Mom With Lost ChildOCEAN CITY — An Aberdeen woman was arrested on multiple charges this week after allegedly assaulting an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer who had just helped her find her lost child on the Boardwalk.Around 12:20 a.m. on Monday, OCPD officers were asked by their supervisor to assist in… Read more »